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| Topic Started: Aug 6 2005, 01:27 PM (359 Views) | |
| Zeerus | Aug 6 2005, 01:27 PM Post #1 |
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Making Abstract graphics is one of the hardest things in web design, but by using this tutorial you can do it easily in just a few quick steps. All it requires is a simple graphics program like Paint Shop Pro, a few cool graphics, and a little bit of time on your hands. Images are coming soon. 1. The first thing you need to do is open about 5 abstract graphics, and maybe even a render or two. The next thing you should do is select one of the images to be your first layer. Now you want to set your size, like 400 by 100, or 800 by 600, etc. Resize or crop that first image to make it that size. 2. Next decide what image will come 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and where your renders will go. Remember, you can have more or less than five layers. If you do use renders I suggest putting another abstract layer over them. 3. Now that you have your graphics in order, copy the second layer and then paste it on to the original. Reduce the opacity until you have a cool looking effect, and you’re all done with this step. 4. Do the same thing with the other layers, copying and pasting them in the order you set in step 2. Repeat this step until you are satisfied with what you have. You should have, in total, about 10 layers when finished with this step. But make sure you reduce the opacity so each layer is partially transparent. 5. The next step is to add the render(s) you have chosen. Make sure the render is on a transparent background. You can do this by either making the background one color and setting the palette transparency, or by using the background eraser in Paint Shop Pro. Then, copy and paste the render onto the graphic you have made. 6. Finally, after positioning the render, and adding some text if you want to, get your final layer. This final abstract graphic should be mostly brushing to add a cool overlay effect. Copy, paste it, and then make it slightly visible to add a cool brushed effect. Now, if you haven’t already done so, add some text, and voila! You’re all done. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial. I will add some images to it soon so you can see first hand what I have done. This tutorial is based on one from GreyCobra, with a few changes and minor adjustments to make it work in Paint Shop Pro. |
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